This is an excellent opportunity for a time-served engineer with a strong mechanical and electrical background to join a highly automated manufacturing environment. Working a day-based Monday to Friday schedule, you'll play a key role in maintaining plant reliability, improving equipment performance, and driving continuous improvement initiatives across site.
Core Duties:
Carrying out planned preventative maintenance across production plant and equipment
Responding to breakdowns and performing reactive maintenance to minimise downtime
Fault finding on mechanical, electrical, PLC, and automated production systems
Supporting continuous improvement activities to improve efficiency and equipment uptime
Conducting root cause analysis and implementing corrective actions to prevent repeat failures
Leading small engineering projects and improvement initiatives
Managing spare parts requirements and supporting engineering stock control
Supporting equipment modifications and change control activities
Acting as Permit Issuer and supporting safe systems of work across the site
Providing engineering support, coaching, and knowledge sharing across operational teamsAbout You:
NVQ Level 3, HNC, or equivalent qualification in Mechanical and Electrical Engineering
Previous experience within a manufacturing or FMCG environment
Strong fault-finding skills across mechanical and electrical systems
Experience working with PLC-controlled equipment and automated production systems
Knowledge of pneumatics, hydraulics, conveyor systems, drives, sensors, and electrical control gear
Understanding of continuous improvement and lean manufacturing principles
Strong communication and problem-solving skills with a proactive approach to maintenance
Able to work independently and contribute positively within a team environmentThis is a days-based role, working Monday to Friday, 39 hours per week.
This is an urgent requirement and applications will be reviewed at speed. Full job description available on request. Apply today for immediate consideration
Salary description
£45000.00 - £47500.00 per year